. >> reporter: trader jonathan corpina with meridian equity partners says another set of numbers has wall street worried, the polling numbers which show the presidential race still a dead heat. >> who's going to be in office? there's no indication as of this morning where that that's going to be. so that adds to another ingredient in the uncertainty pot. >> reporter: the recession in europe is cutting into business for many american companies. how much of an impact is it going to have on the overall economy? we'll know more friday when the government reports on the economy's growth rate, scott. >> pelley: anthony, thanks very much. the candidates clashed over military spending at the debate and we're going to have a look at their plans. a new hurricane may be forming. how close will it come to the u.s.? and a shark kills a surfer off the coast of california when the "cbs evening news" continues. [ male announcer ] this is sheldon, whose long dy setting up the news starts with arthritis pain and a choice. take tylenol or take aleve, the #1 recommended pain reliever by orthopedic docto